Calgary Crime News and Updates
Trending Stories and Cold Cases
Stay informed about the latest crime news in Calgary, from headline-grabbing incidents to lesser-known cold cases. Our comprehensive coverage provides an in-depth look at the criminal landscape of the city.
Recent Updates
Man Charged After Random Attacks at Calgary Malls: A 37-year-old man has been charged in connection with two separate attacks at Calgary malls.
Standoff Ends in Southeast Calgary: A standoff between Calgary police and an armed man in Penbrooke Meadows concluded peacefully on Friday night.
Major Drug Bust Nets $55 Million: Fifteen people and a Calgary business face charges following a cross-border drug bust.
Shooting Leaves One Dead, Two Critical: Calgary police are investigating a shooting that claimed one life and left two others critically injured.
Surge in Gun Violence Prompts Concern: Calgary police voice their growing concern over the city's escalating gun violence, with over 100 shootings reported year-to-date.
Kidnapping Investigation Leads to Several Charges: Five individuals face numerous charges following a cross-Canada kidnapping investigation.
Fatal Shooting Amid Spate of Violence: A young man was shot and killed in northeast Calgary, bearing the hallmarks of organized crime activity, according to police.
Officer-Involved Shooting Investigated: The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team is examining a low-speed police pursuit that resulted in an officer discharging their firearm.
Shootings Double Over Five-Year Average: Statistics reveal a sharp increase in shootings in Calgary from January to June.
Hospitalization After Northeast Incident: A man in his 20s was rushed to hospital with injuries following an incident in northeast Calgary.
Homicides Decline in Calgary: Despite a high number of homicides in 2021, the city has seen a decrease in murders this year.
Targeted Stabbing Investigated: Calgary police are investigating the targeted stabbing of a woman in the Manchester Industrial area, resulting in her death.
Police Chief Apologizes to Teens: Calgary's police chief apologizes to two teen brothers and their family, promising an independent review of an incident involving their arrest.
Market Mall Fight Injures Three: A fight at Market Mall on Friday sent three people to the hospital, one with life-threatening injuries.
Surge in Gun Violence Mirrors National Trends: Police acknowledge the concerning wave of gun violence in Calgary, while noting that it aligns with national crime patterns.
Charges Withdrawn in Murder Case: Charges have been dropped against a Calgary man who was accused of murdering his estranged wife outside an elementary school.
Murder Surveillance Video Released: The public gains access to surveillance footage capturing the brutal murder of a Calgary woman after a publication ban is lifted.
Atlanta Water Advisory Lifted: Officials in Atlanta lift the last boil water advisory after a series of water main breaks affected parts of the city.
Home Invasion Investigated in Calgary: Calgary police investigate a home invasion incident on Braden Crescent NW.
Drugs and Firearms Seized in Investigation: A drug trafficking investigation and high-speed chase led to the seizure of drugs, firearms, and cash in Calgary.
Crown Psychiatrist's Assessment: A crown psychiatrist concludes that a murder suspect was not psychotic at the time of the crime.
Crime Reporter Meghan Grant: Learn about CBC Calgary's crime reporter Meghan Grant, who specializes in covering justice affairs, police accountability, and court proceedings.
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